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Thaipusam 2023: Date, History, significance, celebrations of Tamil Festival

Thaipusam is a grand and vibrant festival commemorating Lord Murugan's victory over evil. The story behind this day's significance is an intriguing one.

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Thaipusam 2023: Date, History, significance, celebrations of Tamil Festival
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Thaipusam 2023: This year, Thaipusam is observed on February 5 during the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai, which occurs in January or February. It’s a time to ask Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva, for good health, prosperity, and forgiveness in the new year. Did you know that the word ‘Thaipusam’ is a combination of two Tamil words, ‘Thai,’ one of the Tamil months, and ‘Pusam,’ which denotes the Pusam Nakshatram (Star)? The festival celebrates Parvati’s gift of a spear to Murugan so that he could defeat the evil Soorapadman. Let’s celebrate the victory of good over evil and cleanse our body with positiveness this Thaipusam.

HISTORY OF THAIPUSAM

Thaipusam is a grand and vibrant festival commemorating Lord Murugan’s victory over evil. The story behind this day’s significance is an intriguing one. According to the Hindu mythological text “Skanda Purana,” Soorapadman was an Asura. He grew so powerful that they couldn’t defeat him, even with the combined effort of all the devas. In a dire attempt to save the universe, they sought the help of Lord Shiva, who gave birth to Lord Murugan with his divine powers.

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Lord Murugan’s mother, Parvathi, gave her son the divine spear Vel, which has the power to vanquish evil. Lord Murugan headed to the battlefield and fought Soorapadman and defeated him with his Vel. On a peacock, he then appeared before his devotees. With the death of the Asura, the devas restored peace to the universe. Devotees began celebrating this day as Thaipusam.

Preparations of Thaipusam start weeks or even months in advance. The devotees condition their mind and body about a week before the festival by extensive praying and fasting. On the day of Thaipusam, devotees would perform various penitential acts, such as carrying a ‘kavadi’ (burden). Extreme methods of expressing gratitude to Lord Murugan include piercing the tongues, cheeks, and bodies of kavadi bearers with skewers, walking through burning coal, etc. Devotees believe that these devotional activities can cleanse them of their sins. They also believe that they will experience happiness, wealth, and good health throughout their lives.

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FIVE INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT LORD MURUGAN AND THAIPUSAM

  • According to legend, Lord Murugan is one of the most handsome and attractive deities.
  • Kavadi is typically carried by devotees who are praying for sick family members; it is believed that this ritual cures chronic diseases.
  • Thaipusam is a public holiday in many states of Malaysia and Mauritius, despite being a Tamil holiday.
  • The vehicle of Lord Murugan, the peacock named Paravani, was originally an Asura.
  • Lord Murugan’s idol holds a spear in one hand; it is not a trident, but rather a unique weapon that represents Kundalini Shakthi.

THAIPUSAM DATES

Year Date Day
2022 January 18 Tuesday
2023 February 5 Sunday
2024 January 25 Thursday
2025 February 11 Tuesday
2026 February 1 Sunday

Thaipusam 2023: Wishes, Messages, Greetings

May this Thaipusam bring you great happiness and satisfaction. Happy Thaipusam!

On Thaipusam, may you experience the Divine’s grace.

May the Thaipusam full moon open the door to greater opportunities in your life.

On this auspicious day of Thaipusam, I wish you happiness and good health.

May divine favour descend upon you on this holy day. Happy Thaipusam!

This Thaipusam, may your life be filled with new opportunities and possibilities.

May the Thaipusam full moon bring you happiness and exuberance. Happy Thaipusam!

Happy Thaipusam Messages

  1. May the ultimate Lord Muruga ease your life. Happy Thaipusam
  2. On this special day, I send you my best wishes and blessings.
  3. May Lord Murugan bestow his blessings on you. Thaipusam greetings!
  4. On this auspicious day, you may shower with good health and prosperity. Happy Thaipusam.
  5. I wish you a happy and joyous life to come on the occasion of Thaipusam. Happy Thaipusam 2023.
  6. On this auspicious day of Thaipusam, I wish you beauty, color, and bliss.
  7. Happy Thaipusam 2023! Celebrate the triumph of good over evil at this time.
  8. On this special day, may Lord Murugan takes away all your problems and give you good health.
  9. May the Lord always stay with you and give you good health and prosperity. Happy Thaipusam 2023.
  10. May the Lord help you with the light on your path. Happy Thaipusam 2023.
  11. I want to wish you and your family a very happy Thaipusam.
  12. May this Thaipusam bring you good fortune.
  13. On this special day, may Lord Murugan remove all your problems and bestow you with good health.
  14. On the occasion of Thaipusam, I wish you a happy and joyful life in the future.
  15. May the ultimate Lord Muruga ease your life. Happy Thaipusam 2023!
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